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How Infill Projects Are Supporting Sustainable Growth in Land-Constrained Cities

Infill projects are helping cities grow more sustainably in land-constrained areas. Discover how redevelopment supports efficient land use, stronger communities, and smarter urban planning.

Earth is slowly swallowing an entire Arctic town in Sweden, and authorities are moving Kiruna building by building as the world’s largest underground iron ore mine cracks and destabilises the ground beneath it.

Earth is slowly swallowing an entire Arctic town in Sweden, and authorities are moving Kiruna building by building as the world’s largest underground iron ore mine cracks and destabilises the ground beneath it.

Kiruna, Sweden, is moving its entire town due to ground instability caused by iron ore mining. This massive engineering project involves relocating buildings and infrastructure to a safer location. The relocation aims to preserve cultural heritage while ensuring residents' continuity. It highlights the consequences of resource extraction and the need…

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Britain's trees are now shedding giant branches to survive heatwaves, and scientists warn that up to half of Kew's trees could be vulnerable by 2090

Britain's trees are now shedding giant branches to survive heatwaves, and scientists warn that up to half of Kew's trees could be vulnerable by 2090

British summers now see large branches falling from trees due to climate change. This summer branch drop is a stress response to conserve vital moisture. The Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, lost over 400 trees during the 2022 heatwave. Hot droughts and dry soil stress trees, potentially causing fatal embolisms. Future…

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Pigeons, frogs and beetles gather in Milan City Hall to debate the rights of urban animals

Should animals have a say in urban planning? Milan’s quirky animal parliament gives pigeons, foxes and bugs a voice.

'What makes the Sagrada Família so universal is precisely it being so local, so Catalan'

François Picard is pleased to welcome Antoni Vives, former deputy mayor of Barcelona in charge of urban planning. According to Vives, the Sagrada Família is not simply an architectural masterpiece. It is a living demonstration of how authenticity, rootedness and transcendence can converge in a single human project. Its significance…

10 Ganga basin cities adopting integrated river-sensitive urban planning: Namami Gange

In a post on X, Namami Gange, the mission's flagship programme for conserving the Ganga river, said the URMP initiative is an attempt to reverse the trend in which cities ended with the dumping of sewage into rivers.

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Cities must plan for migration as permanent reality, experts say at World Urban Forum

Governments must treat migration as a permanent feature of urban planning, not an emergency, the IOM deputy director general told Euronews at the World Urban Forum in Baku.

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'Fuel that should drive urban planning': Anand Mahindra praises Jodhpur's 'zero-AC' cooling shelter that remains 8°C cooler even in 50°C heat. Know all about this innovation

'Fuel that should drive urban planning': Anand Mahindra praises Jodhpur's 'zero-AC' cooling shelter that remains 8°C cooler even in 50°C heat. Know all about this innovation

Anand Mahindra highlighted Jodhpur’s net-zero cooling shelter, a simple yet powerful climate-resilient public space that reduces temperatures by up to 8°C without air conditioning through smart passive design like solar panels, reflective roofing, insulation, khus curtains, and wind towers. Built under the Heat Action Plan by Mahila Housing Trust and…

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Top 7 City Builder Games in 2026 With the Best Simulation and Strategy Gameplay

Top 7 City Builder Games in 2026 With the Best Simulation and Strategy Gameplay

Top city builder games in 2026 featuring city simulation games, sandbox building, strategy simulation, and deep city management systems.

Why Elon Musk Said Just One Word to India

Why Elon Musk Said Just One Word to India

What makes one of the world’s most powerful tech billionaires react with just a single word? No long tweet. No deep breakdown. Jus“Congratulations 🇮🇳”. When Elon Musk responded to India’s latest space achievement, it didn’t feel random. It felt intentional. Because people like him don’t react unless something truly stands…

Invisible buildings: Why Switzerland marks out homes with tall poles weeks before construction

Invisible buildings: Why Switzerland marks out homes with tall poles weeks before construction

Switzerland unveils a unique construction practice where empty frameworks, called Bauprofile, map future buildings with poles and lines. This allows residents to visualize and challenge developments before construction, fostering transparency and public participation in urban planning. The system ensures informed objections by presenting proposals at full scale, bridging the gap…

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Cameras have quietly appeared in thousands of US cities – now, their integration with AI is sounding alarms

Cameras have quietly appeared in thousands of US cities – now, their integration with AI is sounding alarms

For decades, cars dictated urban planning in the United States.

The Conversation

Emerging Horizons in Singapore's Property Market: Vela Bay and Tengah Garden Residences Set for VVIP Previews

Singapore's real estate sector continues to evolve, with new condominium launches reflecting the nation's commitment to innovative urban planning and sustainable living. Among the most anticipated developments in 2026 are Vela Bay and Tengah Garden Residences, both targeting VVIP previews that promise exclusive access to premium residential opportunities. These projects…

South Africa’s addressing system is still not in place: a clear vision is needed

South Africa’s addressing system is still not in place: a clear vision is needed

“Turn right after the first big tree; my house is the one with the yellow door.” In parts of South Africa, where settlements have grown without formal urban planning due to rapid urbanisation, that could well be a person’s “address”.

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No space for culture: ‘matchbox housing’ leaves residents unable to honour customs in a South African town

In South Africa, urban planning is influenced by western-centric and colonial planning, including social housing, building technologies, architectural form, master plans, zoning, and land tenure systems.

The Conversation

High-rise living in Nairobi’s Pipeline estate is stressful – how men and women cope

Within sight of Kenya’s main international airport in Nairobi’s east, Pipeline residential estate stands out like a sore thumb. Composed almost entirely of tightly packed high-rise tenement flats, the estate has been described by the media as an urban planning nightmare. They point to its garbage problem, its waterlogged and…

One year after Valencia's deadly flooding experts warn 'it could happen again'

Experts say there have been improvements in warning systems, education and institutional coordination. But they warn that improvements to infrastructure and urban planning are still mostly pending.

People In This Group Are Sharing The 30 Best And Worst Examples Of ‘Urban Planning’

From entire city infrastructures to small details like stands for bikers to grab onto while waiting for the light, there are many things that influence how we move around and feel in cities.

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Harare goes green: capital city leads Zimbabwe’s climate fight with bold urban solutions

Harare, the capital of Zimbabwe, is fast becoming a key player in the battle against climate change, developing innovative approaches to tackle waste management, restore degraded ecosystems, and promote sustainable urban planning. Like many other cities across the globe, Harare faces significant environmental challenges - yet it is also a…

People Are Sharing The 48 Best Examples Of ‘Urban Planning’ They’ve Seen

From commutes to endless roads and highways, city life can make you feel pretty small, so here are some examples from around the world showcasing what good, human-focused urban planning can look like.

The Conversation

Europe tops global ranking of dynamic and sustainable cities – here’s why

London, New York and Paris have been named the world’s most dynamic and liveable cities. This is according to a new ranking of global cities that highlights Europe’s ability to balance sustainability and growth in its urban centres.

The Independent UK

Scientists ‘surprised’ to find abundance of alligators in city’s sewer system

Findings may lead to ecologically conscious urban planning, researchers say

The Humble Rickshaw is Going Electric Thanks to Hyundai

As an American, the rickshaw is a foreign, yet attractive, concept to me. Our city streets, thanks to years of trash urban planning and parking lot requirements, are built for cars, trucks, and SUVs. All of which have been increasing in size in recent decades and making these urban areas…

Barcelona Subway Powers Electric Cars With Innovative Energy Project

Barcelona's MetroCharge project harnesses train energy to power stations and charge electric vehicles, demonstrating sustainable urban planning and energy ...

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